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University of Florida SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1320-1480. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 29-33. University of Florida admitted 24% of applicants and required SAT or ACT scores.

SAT middle 50%
1320-1480
ACT middle 50%
29-33
Acceptance rate
24%
Test policy, fall 2024
Required
Undergraduates
35,629

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Florida?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1480 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Florida's SAT submitters; 1320 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 88% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Florida?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of Florida SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing660700730
SAT Math660700750
SAT total (estimated)132014001480
ACT composite293133

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 730 in Reading and Writing and 750 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 90 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1403.

Testing policy

Does University of Florida require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Required

University of Florida told the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of Florida's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Florida

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$6,381
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$28,659
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$6,541
First-year retention rate
98%
Graduation rate within 6 years
91%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$71,588

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Colleges with similar score ranges

Ohio State UniversityOH · SAT 1310-1480University of MiamiFL · SAT 1320-1480Colorado School of MinesCO · SAT 1320-1480Bucknell UniversityPA · SAT 1310-1470Trinity UniversityTX · SAT 1340-1500Trinity CollegeCT · SAT 1298-1470

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FAQ

University of Florida admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Florida?

University of Florida does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1320 and 1480 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1480 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1320 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Florida?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 29 to 33, with a median of 31. Scoring 33 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Florida require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Florida reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores. Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Florida's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Florida's acceptance rate?

University of Florida admitted 24% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].